assuming Definition
- 1used for talking about a possible situation or fact that you are basing an argument, theory, or calculation on
- 2behaving in a way that shows you expect people to accept your authority or superiority
Using assuming: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "assuming" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Assuming that the train is on time, we should arrive at 8 pm.
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Assuming that you are right, what would be the consequences?
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He was very assuming and acted as if he were the boss.
assuming Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for assuming
Phrases with assuming
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The new CEO is assuming control of the company next month.
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She's always assuming the worst and worrying about things that haven't happened yet.
accepting the duty or obligation to take care of something or someone
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After his father passed away, he had to assume responsibility for the family business.
Origins of assuming
from Latin 'assumere', meaning 'to take up'
Summary: assuming in Brief
The term 'assuming' [əˈsjuːmɪŋ] is used to talk about a possible situation or fact that you are basing an argument, theory, or calculation on. It can also describe behaving in a way that shows you expect people to accept your authority or superiority. Examples include 'Assuming that the train is on time, we should arrive at 8 pm,' and 'He was very assuming and acted as if he were the boss.' Phrases like 'assuming control' and 'assuming responsibility' denote taking charge of a situation or accepting an obligation.
